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The NetworX NX-8 is a full-featured security system that uses advanced technology for burglary, fire and environmental detection. The NX-8 is a flexible security system that is both easy to install and simple to use. With eight partitions and up to 48 zones, the NX-8 can handle big or small residential and commercial security needs.Convenient and Flexible Conduct quick and easy on-site programming with alphanumeric keypads and a menu-driven text interface. Off-site programming is also available ... Read more

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NetworX NX-8

Control Panel

Overview
The NetworX NX-8 is a full-featured security system that used advanced technology for burglary, fire and environmental detection. The NX-8 is a flexible security system that is both easy to install and simple to use. With eight partitions and up to 48 zones, the NX-8 can handle big or small residential and commercial security needs.

High Standards

The NX-8 panel comes standard with eight hardwire zone inputs. Four programmable outputs can be set up to activate external devices during an alarm or other system event. The modular design allows for complete integration of multiple systems within one enclosure. Adding more zones or expanding capability is fast and easy.

Easy Expansion

Expand the NX-8 capabilities by adding the optional NX-216 Zone Expander Module. Modular design allows NetworX modules to slide into the enclosure and adds up to 48 additional zones. Add up to eight outputs with the NX-508E to become the director of lights, home automation and industrial process control with X10 or other power outputs. Expand the system even further with a phone interface/voice module for on-site and off-site system control using any touchtone phone.

Standard Features

Expandable to 48 fully programmable hardwire and/or wireless zones Maximum of 24 keypads with up to 8 per partition Up to 8 true partitions with separate account codes, entry/exit delays, and feature selections for each partition Wireless technology with up to 48 supervised zones Hardwire expansion up to 48 zones Supports SIA and contact ID communication formats

Effortless Programming

Conduct quick and easy on-site programming with alphanumeric keypads and a menu driven text interface. Off-site programming is also available with the DL-900 software for Windows.

40 110-149

AC Fail Low Battery Report/Warning AC Power Low Battery Sounder Alert

37, 39

Arm / Disarm Codes
The NX-8-CF can have 99 four-digit codes or 66 six-digit codes to arm/disarm the control. All codes must have the same number of digits. The factory default for User #1 is 1234 when using a 4digit code, or 123456 for a 6-digit code. This code can then be used to enter the new arm/disarm codes. If programmed, the NX-8-CF will Auto Arm at a specified time. At this time, the keypad will beep for 50 seconds before the panel arms. If the arming process is stopped by typing a code on the keypad, the NX-8-CF will attempt to arm 45 minutes later. This time will be extended if there is activity in the building. The Auto Arming of a partition can be programmed to be silent. If closing reports are sent, the user code will be 97. For UL Commercial Burg installations, this feature shall be DISABLED.

Automatic Arming

23, 52-55,

Auto Cancel / Abort

If enabled, the Cancel and/or Abort features will be automatic (pressing CANCEL button is not required). The Cancel and Abort features, in locations 23 and 40 respectively, must be enabled to permit this Auto feature to work. For proper operation of these features, ADialer Delay@ must be enabled in the ACharacteristic Select@ of locations 110-149 Zone Types. Default OFF. Not for Commercial Fire use. Any delay shall not exceed the maximum UL allowable entry delay.
Automatic Bypass Instant Arming Auto Test
When enabled, the control panel can automatically bypass interior follower zones if an exit is not detected during the exit delay time. Entry delay zones can also be made instant. This feature will cause the panel to call the central station to report a communicator test at a specified interval. Default ON.

23 segments 1 &3 51

Auxiliary Outputs
The NX-8-CF has four programmable outputs that can be used to activate relays, LED=s, etc. The NX-8-CF will display a "Service Required" message on the keypad when too much current is drawn from any device powered by the system. This condition can be reported to the central station.

45-50 Diagram 37

If any zone is programmed as a Fire Zone, that zone will be a Fire Zone in all partitions. (Example: If zone 2 is a Fire Zone in partition 1, then zone 2 will be a Fire Zone in all partitions.)
Wireless Sensor Missing/Low Battery
Zone Bypassed Sounder Alert Zone Types (Configurations)
111-149, 30-32 DEFAULT 19 ZONE TYPES

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROL

ENTERING THE PROGRAM MODE
Action Enters the Program Mode.
Result Prompts for the programming code.
[Go To Program Code] Factory Default is
If the "Go To Program Code" is valid, the LCD screen will prompt for the device address to program. You are now in the Program Mode and ready to select the module.
SELECTING THE MODULE TO PROGRAM
Since all modules connected to the NX-8-CF are programmed through the keypad, the module you are programming should be the first entry. Action
Result Programs the NX-8-CF Commercial Fire Panel is the module number of the control and # is the entry key. Other module entry numbers can be found in their corresponding manuals.

PROGRAMMING A LOCATION

Once the number of the module to be programmed has been entered, the LCD screen will prompt you for a location number. Any location can be accessed by directly entering the desired programming location followed by #. If the location entered is a valid location, the top line of the LCD screen will display the location number on the left and the segment number on the right. The bottom line of the display will show the current data. This data will be displayed and entered according to the type of data used (numerical, binary, or character data). 1. NUMERICAL DATA The top line of the display will show the current location number on the left and the segment number on the right. The data will be displayed on the bottom line. The hex equivalent will be shown in parenthesis. To change the data in the current location, enter the number followed by. The data will be entered and the segment will be incremented by 1. The data for this segment will now be displayed. Continue this process until the last segment is programmed. When the last segment is reached, the keypad will prompt you for the next location. If you wish to exit this location before the last segment is reached, press #. This keypress will not save the changes made to current segment, but will exit the location. Shortcut keys: Previous location. Same location. Next sequential location.

5= 6= 7= 8=

Partition #5 Partition #6 Partition #7 Partition #8
LOCATION 6 - PROGRAMMING PHONE #2
(20 segments, numerical data) Phone #2 is programmed in location 6. A "14" indicates the end of the phone number. Delays of four seconds can be programmed at any point in the phone number by programming a "13" in the appropriate segment. If tone dialing is desired, program a "15" in the segment where tone dialing should begin. If the entire number should be tone dialing, program a "15" in the first segment. Program an A11" for a Ar@, and a A12" for a A#@.
LOCATION 7 - ACCOUNT CODE FOR THE PHONE #2
(6 segments of numerical data) The account code sent when Phone #2 is dialed is programmed in location 7. Program a A10" in the segment immediately after the last digit of the account code. If the account code is 6 digits long, program all 6 segments. If this location is left unprogrammed, account code 1 will be used when the second phone number is dialed.

LOCATION 8 - COMMUNICATOR FORMAT FOR PHONE # 2
(1 segment, numerical data) Location 8 contains the communicator format used to transmit to the receiver connected to Phone #2. Consult the instruction manual for your central station receiver to determine which format is compatible If this location contains a "0", Phone #3 will use the same format programmed for Phone #1 in Location 2.
LOCATION 9 - DIAL ATTEMPTS/BACKUP CONTROL FOR PHONE #2
(2 segments, numerical data) Segment 1, Dial attempts Segment 1 of Location 9 is used to enter the number of dial attempts ( 1 to 15 attempts) the communicator will make to Phone #2 before ending the notification process. Factory default is "8" and the communicator will make the same number of attempts as those programmed in location 3.
Segment 2, Phone #2 Backup Control Programming a "0" in Segment 2 of this location will cause the NX-8-CF to make the designated number of attempts to Phone #1 before setting the "Fail To Communicate" condition and stop reporting. Programming a "1" in this segment will cause the NX-8-CF to stop trying to communicate after the designated number of attempts have been made to Phone #2. If a "2" is programmed in this segment, it will cause the NX-8-CF to make the dial attempts in increments of two. The first two attempts will be made to Phone #2, the next two attempts to Phone #1, then repeating until the total number of attempts designated in Segment 1 is completed.
REPORTING EVENTS TO PHONE NUMBER 2
Phone #2 can be used to back up Phone #1 or for a second receiver to multi-report or split report events. Phone #2 has two programming locations that are used to select which events are reported to this phone number. Location 10 is used to select which events are reported to Phone #2, and location 11 is used to select which partitions are reported to Phone #2. If dual or split reporting is not desired, location 10 and location 11 should be left at the factory default of "0". If multi-reporting or split reporting is desired, and the split is based on the event type (such as alarm, open close etc.), location 10 should be used to select only those events that should be reported to Phone #2, and location 11 should be left at the factory default of "0". If dual or split reporting is desired, and the split is based on partition, then location 10 should be programmed as "0", and location 11 should be used to select those partitions that should be reported to the Phone #2. If no events should be reported to Phone #2, both locations should be "0".

LOCATION 37 - SIREN AND SYSTEM SUPERVISION
(5 segments, feature selection data) Location 37 is used to enable various system feature and reporting options. (Refer to GLOSSARY on page 6.) Segment = On if siren sounds for "Telephone Line Cut" when armed. 2 = On if siren sounds for "Telephone Line Cut" when disarmed. 3 = On if siren blast at arming. 4 = On if siren blast at exit expiration. 5 = On if siren blast at closing kissoff. 6 = On if siren sounds during a "Cross Zone" verification time. 7 = On if siren sounds for a Zone or Box Tamper. 8 = On if siren blasts 1 time for keyswitch or wireless arming; 2 times for disarming.
Segment = On if siren driver should be a voltage output. Off if on board siren driver enabled. 2 = On if siren sounds for expander trouble (required for UL installations). 3 = On for Immediate Restore by zone. Off for zones to restore only when siren is off. 4 = Reserved. 5 = On if Battery Missing Test is performed every 12 seconds. 6 = On if Manual Bell Test performed during [r]-[4] test function. 7 = On if Manual Communicator Test performed during [r]- [4] test function. 8 = On if Box Tamper terminals on the control panel are enabled. Segment = On if Box Tamper report enabled. 2 = On if AC Fail reporting enabled. 3 = On if Low Battery reporting enabled. 4 = On if Aux. Power Overcurrent report enabled. 5 = On if Siren Supervision report enabled. 6 = On if Telephone Line Cut report enabled. 7 = On if Ground Fault Detection report enabled. 8 = On if Expander Trouble reporting enabled. Segment = On if Fail To Communicate report enabled. 2 = On if Log Full report enabled. 3 = On if Autotest report enabled. (Required for UL installations.) Default is on (enabled). 4 = On if Start/End programming report enabled. 5 = Reserved. 6 = On if Sensor Low Battery report enabled. 7 = On if Sensor Missing report enabled. 8 = Reserved. Segment = On enables Lost Clock Service Required message. 2 = On enables NX-870E siren output to activate for FIRE ONLY. Default is off (disabled). 3 = On disables On-Board 8 zones. 4 = On will allow two trips on same cross-zone to activate an alarm. 5 = On will not allow zones that are force armed to report bypass. 6 = On enables Silent Exit option. 7 = Use internal crystal for clock. 8 = Disable Temporal Siren on Fire. NOTE: Use only if UL listed Siren device converts steady voltage to temporal.

LOCATION 42 - GO TO PROGRAM CODE
(6 segments, numerical data) Location 42 contains the "Go To Program Code". This location contains either a 4 or 6digit code. If the 6-digit code option is enabled in Location 41, THIS CODE MUST CONTAIN SIX (6) DIGITS. If this option is not enabled in location 41, the last 2 segments (digits) will be ignored. With the NX-8-CF disarmed, the "Go To Program Code" can be used to enter the Program Mode.
LOCATION 43 - GO TO PROGRAM CODE PARTITION AND AUTHORIZATION
(2 segments, feature selection) The "Go To Program Code" can be used as a standard arm/disarm code. When using the code to arm or disarm, the user ID is 255. (This code may not be changed in the Run Mode.) Segment = Reserved. 2 = On enables "Go To Program Code" as an arm only code. 3 = On enables "Go To Program Code" as an arm only after closing. 4 = On enables "Go To Program Code" as a master arm/disarm code (can change user codes) 5 = On enables "Go To Program Code" as an arm/disarm code. 6 = On enables "Go To Program Code" to bypass zones. 7 = On enables "Go To Program Code" opening and closing reports. 8 = Reserved.
Segment = On enables the "Go To Program Code" for Partition #1. 2 = On enables the "Go To Program Code" for Partition #2. 3 = On enables the "Go To Program Code" for Partition #3. 4 = On enables the "Go To Program Code" for Partition #4. 5 = On enables the "Go To Program Code" for Partition #5. 6 = On enables the "Go To Program Code" for Partition #6. 7 = On enables the "Go To Program Code" for Partition #7. 8 = On enables the "Go To Program Code" for Partition #8.
LOCATION 44 - DURESS CODE
(6 segments, numerical data) Location 44 contains the Duress code. This Location contains either 4 or 6 digits. If the 6-digit code option is enabled in Location 41, THIS CODE MUST CONTAIN SIX (6) DIGITS. If the 6-digit option is not enabled in location 41, the last 2 digits will be ignored. If programmed, the duress code will work for all partitions.

OUTPUT MODULE (NX-508E) Address & Dip Switch Setting 24 (Switch 1 & 2 on) 25 (Switch 3 on) 26 (Switch 1 & 3 on) 27 (Switch 2 & 3 on) 28 (Switch 1,2,&3 on) 29 (All switches off) 30 (Switch 1 on) 31 (Switch 2 on)
WIRELESS RECEIVER (NX448-E) Switch Setting All switches off Switch 1 on Switch 2 on Switches 1 & 2 on Switch 3 on Switches 1 & 3 on Switches 2 & 3 on Switch 1, 2 & 3 on Expander # reported 33 34
REMOTE POWER SUPPLY (NX-320E) Address & Dip Switch Setting (All switches off) (Switch 1 on) (Switch 2 on) (Switch 1 & 2 on) (Switch 3 on) (Switch 1 & 3 on) (Switch 2 & 3 on) (Switches 1, 2, & 3 on)
14. BOARD INSTALLATION DIAGRAM
Inside the can, several 2-holed insertion points have been constructed. This allows for either vertical or horizontal placement of the modules. Notice that each insertion point has two sizes of holes B a larger hole and a smaller hole. Diagram 1: The black plastic PCB guides are grooved on one edge where the PC board will be seated. The end with the half-moon protrusion fits into the larger hole. The smaller hole is for the screw. Diagram 2: Place the first black plastic PCB guide in the top insertion point, grooved edge downward. The half-moon protrusion will be in the large hole. It does not require force. Insert one of the provided screw into the smaller hole (from inside the can) to secure it in place. A screwdriver should reach through the notch that runs the length of the guide to tighten the screw. The second PBC guide should be positioned opposite the first (grooved edge up) and placed in the lower insertion point, using the same procedures described above. Once mounted, screw it in securely. Diagram 3: The PC Board should slide freely in the grooves of both guides.

IMPORTANT!

1. If separate power supplies are necessary to accommodate additional devices, safety standards require that each power supply be prominently marked with adequate instructions for removing all power from the unit.
2. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions and/or local government authorities.
3. Installation personnel should thoroughly read and understand the installation instructions and the users manuals for the panel and all the accessories to be included with the system before attempting to install a security system.
WARNING! Replace with Yuasa #NP18-12 or Power Sonic #PS-12180 or equivalent battery. Observe polarity when installing a new battery. Installing the battery backwards may cause damage to the panel. There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. NOTE Electrical codes will vary depending upon the country and city where the system is installed. It is the installers responsibility to ensure that the electrical installation is safe and conforms to all applicable codes, laws, or regulations. Only qualified persons should connect this device to the mains supply.

15. BATTERY CALCULATION WORKSHEET
Note: The Total Standby or Total Alarm Current cannot exceed 1.2 Amps. Current for the smoke loop must be deducted from the overall available 1.2 Amps.

Alarm Hours

Battery Derating Factor

Total Standby Battery Power

16. WIRING DIAGRAM

17. TERMINAL DESCRIPTION
TERMINAL R1 R T T1 EARTH AC BELL + & BELL DESCRIPTION House Telephone Ring (Gray). Telephone Ring (Red). Telephone Tip (Green). House Telephone Tip (Brown). Earth Ground. Connect to a cold water pipe or a 6 to 10 foot driven rod. AC input. Connect to a 16.5V 50 VA Class ll U.L. approved transformer. If used as a siren output (default), the speaker rating should be 15 watt at 8 or 16 ohm, or 30/40 watt at 4, 8, or 16 ohms. If voltage output is selected in location 37, this output becomes voltage output, 12VDC, 600mA maximum load. NOTE: A 3.3K resistor may be required across the bell terminals when a 12 VDC siren is used. If no resistor is used, you may experience voltage leakage into the siren, which will cause these devices to output a small signal. Connect to the data terminal on the keypads and the expanders. Maximum number of devices (keypads + expanders) is 32. See AMaximum Wire Run@ chart below. Connect to the Common terminal on the keypads and the expanders. Connect to the POS terminal on the keypads and the expanders. This terminal and AUX PWR + are limited to 400mA total current when added together. Smoke detector power 12VDC, 400mA maximum (For those jurisdictions which allow the Priority zone to be used with smoke detectors.) Connect negative wire of powered devices such as motion detectors and smoke detectors. Connect positive wire of all powered devices except smoke detectors and keypads. This terminal and KP POS are limited to 400mAtotal current when added together. Connect to one side of zone 8 loop. Connect the other side to com terminal. Open or short causes alarm. Zone 8 may be used for a two wire smoke detector using a 680 E.O.L. resistor. W3 must be set for two-wire smoke detector loop. For normal zone operation, W4 must be set. Common (-) terminal for zones 7 & 8. (See the wiring diagram for examples.) Connect to one side of zone 7 loop. Connect the other side to COM terminal. Open or short causes alarm. Connect as described for zones 7 & 8. Only zone 8 can be a two-wire zone. (See the wiring diagram for examples.) Refer to Relay 1 shown below. Normally open dry contact rated 1 Amp at 30 Volts. Common dry contact rated 1 Amp at 30 VDC. Normally closed dry contact rated 1 Amp at 30 Volts. Connect negative lead of low current device [relay, LED (install 1k resistor in series with LED), etc.]. Connect positive lead of device to AUX PWR +. Current is limited to 25mA when output is negative.

IMPORTANCE OF THE RINGER EQUIVALENCE NUMBER The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.1B. This number is a representation of the electrical load that it applies to your telephone line.
MALFUNCTION OF THE EQUIPMENT In the event that the device should fail to operate properly, the customer shall disconnect the equipment from the telephone line to determine if it is the customers equipment that is not functioning properly. If the problem is with the device, the customer shall discontinue use until it is repaired.
EQUIPMENT INFORMATION MANUFACTURER OF CONNECTING EQUIPMENT: CADDX CONTROLS, INC. FCC REGISTRATION NUMBER: GCQUSA-31771-AL-T, RINGER EQUIVALENCE: 0.1 B
19. UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INFORMATION
The NetworX NX-8-CF control panel holds the following listings from Underwriters Laboratories: (UL864) (UL1023) (UL609) Control Units for Fire-Protective Signaling Systems Household Burglar-Alarm System Units (UL1610) (UL1637) Grade B & C Central Station Burglar Alarm Unit Home Health Care Signaling
Local Grade A Mercantile, Police Station Connect With Basic Line Security (requires #NX-003-C enclosure) Type Service A, M, SS, WF A, M, SS, WF A, M, SS, WF Type Signaling NC NC NC Model NX-8-CF NX-8-CF NX-8-CF
Type L RS CS (protected premise unit)
Section I - All UL installations require the following:
! At least one NetworX NX-8-CF control panel ! At least one compatible keypad ! At least one bell fixture is required for all applications, except Grade C Central Station. For Grade A Local, the AD10-12 bell and Grade A bell housing shall be used. ! Initiating and indicating devices must be rated at 11.5 to 12.4 V DC residential, 12.0 V DC commercial. ! The Siren/Bell Test shall be enabled ! The Entry-Guard feature shall be disabled. ! Swinger Shutdown shall be disabled. ! Group Bypassing shall be disabled. ! Delay before dial seizure shall be set to "0". ! Total current draw from aux power connections at terminal positions POS, AUX PWR, and SMOKE PWR must not exceed 400 mA. ! The keyswitch option shall not be used. ! The telephone line monitor shall be enabled. ! The telephone line cut delay shall not exceed 200 seconds maximum. ! 24-hour communicator test transmission is required. ! For 24 hours of standby power using a 7.0 AH battery, limit auxiliary power load to 140 mA. ! For 24 hours of standby power using a 17.2 AH battery, limit auxiliary power load to 400 mA; Limit bell load to 600mA. ! For 60 hours of standby power using two (2) 17.0 AH batteries in parallel, limit auxiliary power load to 400mA; Limit bell load to 600mA. ! The silent keypad option shall not be enabled. ! UL has only verified compatibility with the following listed DACRs and formats: Sure-Gard SG-MLR2-DG: 2,9,10,12,13,14; Silent Knight 9000 - 2,12; FBI - CP220FBI, 13; and Ademco 685: 2,11,12, and 13. ! Expander trouble must activate the siren (Loc 37, Segment 2, LED 2) ! Use type FPL, FPLR, or FPLR cables as required by Article 760 of the National Electrical Code.

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Full description

The NetworX NX-8 is a full-featured security system that uses advanced technology for burglary, fire and environmental detection. The NX-8 is a flexible security system that is both easy to install and simple to use. With eight partitions and up to 48 zones, the NX-8 can handle big or small residential and commercial security needs.Convenient and Flexible Conduct quick and easy on-site programming with alphanumeric keypads and a menu-driven text interface. Off-site programming is also available with the DL-900 software for Windows. Outstanding Features The NX-8 panel comes standard with eight hardwire zone inputs. Four programmable outputs can be set up to activate external devices during an alarm or other system event. The modular design allows for complete integration of multiple systems within one enclosure. Adding more zones or expanding capability is fast and easy.